Argentina's march to the World Cup final has reignited a familiar divide in global football, with many fans rallying behind whichever team faces the Albiceleste. From Maradona's legacy and Messi's global stardom to fierce rivalries, nationalism and on-field controversies, Reuters examines why Argentina remains one of football's most admired—and polarising—teams.

Argentina is one win from the 2026 World Cup final, but fans across Latin America are organizing opposition on social media, reviving deep regional

Argentina could face disciplinary action from FIFA after several of its players celebrated their World Cup semifinal win over England with a banner supporting Argentina's claim to…

Argentina defeated England to book their ticket for the FIFA World Cup final. However, conspiracy theorists are now taking fresh aim at the global body. | Football News

England's poor defensive tactics, Lionel Messi's enduring brilliance, and Argentina self-belief behind 2-1 comeback win.

A healthy dose of superstition is helping Argentina fans cope with the pressure ahead of the World Cup final.

For many fans, the upcoming Spain-Argentina match symbolises a lot more than football

Argentines and Spaniards are facing a dilemma as their teams meet in the World Cup final. This is the first all-Spanish-speaking final since 1930.

Both World Cup finalists have the accolades and star power fit for a title bout, and that's certainly recognized on both sides

While Latin Americans have traditionally rallied behind football teams from the region who advance deep into the World Cup tournament, a flood of memes, jokes and criticism has…

The fervor goes beyond the historic rivalry between Pele's Brazil and Diego Maradona's Argentina: Mexico, Colombia, Chile and others are all hoping Lionel Messi's Albiceleste bite…

The World Cup final between Spain and Argentina creates a dilemma for many. Long-standing cultural ties and migration link both Spanish and Argentine people. This unique match…

What to know about both teams: Form, strengths, weaknesses, key players and what the coaches and players had to say.

July 18 : For some fans following this World Cup, the calculation has been simple: support whoever is playing against Argentina. Across the tournament, that has meant wearing the…

Argentina's march to the World Cup final has reignited a familiar divide in global football, with many fans rallying behind whichever team faces the Albiceleste. From Maradona's…

NEW YORK: For some fans following this World Cup, the calculation has been simple: support whoever is playing against Argentina. Across the tournament, that has meant wearing the…

Argentina’s approach has been widely criticised but, as Miguel Delaney explains, there is a fine line and a different interpretation of how Lionel Scaloni’s side have approached…

Fans from Mexico to Brazil unite to cheer Yamal's Spain against Argentina and Messi, whom they call 'FIFA’s golden boy'.

Some World Cup fans have accused FIFA of favoring Argentina, the defending World Cup champions, and its star player, billionaire Lionel Messi.

Spain enters Sunday’s 2026 World Cup final as the favorite, but Argentina’s magic doesn’t seem to be running out.

From Diego Maradona's defiance to Lionel Messi's global celebrity, Argentina has long inspired devotion at home and abroad, alongside irritation, envy, and resentment from rivals